Arnold & Porter has named Roger Maeda as its inaugural Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer to enhance its AI strategy and ensure responsible adoption of technology in legal services.

Hogan Lovells Cadwalader advised a syndicate of banks on a EUR 1 billion Mortgage Pfandbrief issued by Deutsche Kreditbank AG, featuring a 3.375% coupon and high demand, with orders exceeding EUR 1.5 billion.

Latham & Watkins has added Byron Rooney as Global Vice Chair and Dan Gibbons to its Capital Markets Practice, strengthening its expertise in fintech, digital assets, and other sectors, following their move from Davis Polk & Wardwell.

Blank Rome LLP faces class action lawsuits for allegedly failing to protect personal data of over 57,000 clients in a May breach, exposing sensitive information and violating multiple laws.

Clifford Chance provided legal counsel to Jefferies, OCBC, UBS, DBS, and UOB for Foundation Healthcare’s S$242 million IPO on the Singapore Exchange, supporting its growth in specialist medical services and healthcare technology.

Baker McKenzie guides Chemomab in a stock-for-stock merger with Scipher, valued at $150 million, focusing on advancing Chemomab’s anti-CCL24 antibody for rheumatoid arthritis, pending approvals by late 2026.

Sidley Austin has strengthened its finance and tax practices by recruiting five partners from Clifford Chance, enhancing its capabilities in complex cross-border financings and structured products.

Reed Smith LLP has formed a new department combining lawyers, e-discovery specialists, and AI experts to enhance legal, business, and technology guidance for clients, emphasizing the integration of artificial intelligence in legal services.

Akerman represented Air Transport Components, LLC in acquiring Aero Controls, Inc., enhancing ATC Group’s maintenance and repair capabilities in the aviation sector through ACI’s engineering expertise.

e& is selling its 16.21% stake in Vodafone Group to Vega for $5.95 billion, reflecting a 13% premium over market price. S&C previously advised e& on its initial Vodafone investment.